Summary

Dr. Alexander Gelfer is a pulmonologist who also specializes in critical care medicine, bringing over five decades of medical expertise to his practice. He earned his medical degree from First Moscow State Medical University Named After I M Sechenov and completed his residency training at Englewood Hospital & Medical Center. With 54 years of experience in treating complex respiratory and critical care conditions, Dr. Gelfer is fluent in Russian and Spanish.

Dr. Gelfer is affiliated with multiple hospitals throughout Western New York, including Kenmore Mercy Hospital, Sisters of Charity Hospital, Millard Fillmore Suburban Hospital, and Sisters of Charity Hospital Saint Joseph Campus. He practices in Williamsville and Buffalo, focusing on sleep disorders such as sleep apnea and pediatric sleep apnea. His expertise includes performing pulmonary function testing, bronchodilator reversibility testing, and sleep studies to help diagnose and treat breathing-related conditions. Patients have given Dr. Gelfer an average rating of 3.4 on Vitals.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.4
  • 54 years of experience
  • speaks Russian, Spanish
  • Englewood Hospital & Medical Center
  • 6 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 8 areas of expertise
  • 4 hospital affiliations
  • 4 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. Alexander Boris Gelfer has 4 locations

The Pulmonary Group Of Western New York Llp

100 College Pkwy Ste 110Williamsville, NY 14221
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Millard Fillmore Suburban Hospital

1540 Maple RdWilliamsville, NY 14221

Sisters Of Charity Hospital

2157 Main StBuffalo, NY 14214

Kenmore Mercy Hospital

2950 Elmwood AveKenmore, NY 14217

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PulmonologyNurse PractitionerNurse PractitionerPulmonology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
3.4 
54 Years of Experience 46 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Russian, Spanish Speaks English
Williamsville , NYBuffalo , NYBuffalo , NYBuffalo , NY
Med School: First Moscow State Medical University Named After I M Sechenov Med School: Univ Of Toronto Fac Of Med
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Alexander Boris Gelfer

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid

Medical Specialties

Dr. Alexander Boris Gelfer has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Alexander Boris Gelfer has the following 8 areas of expertise

  • Angiographic Visualization
  • Asthma
  • Chest Infection
  • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
  • Critical Care Medicine
  • Emphysema
  • Pneumonia
  • Tuberculosis (TB)

Certifications, License, & Education

54 Years Experience

Dr. Alexander Boris Gelfer holds an active medical license in the state of New York.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of New York that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Englewood Hospital & Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from First Moscow State Medical University Named After I M Sechenov in 1972.

NPI Number

Dr. Gelfer's NPI number is 1689638462.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr. Alexander Gelfer speak?
Dr. Alexander Gelfer speaks Russian and Spanish.
Is Dr. Alexander Gelfer accepting new patients?
Dr. Alexander Gelfer is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Dr. Alexander Gelfer's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
Does Dr. Alexander Gelfer accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Alexander Gelfer accepts on their Vitals profile.
Which hospitals is Dr. Alexander Gelfer affiliated with?
Dr. Alexander Gelfer is affiliated with Kenmore Mercy Hospital, Sisters Of Charity Hospital, Millard Fillmore Suburban Hospital, and Sisters Of Charity Hospital Saint Joseph Campus.
Does Dr. Alexander Gelfer accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Alexander Gelfer has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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